The pre-installed version of PressReader on your Android device is being retired and will stop working on November 30, 2026.
The good news? You can continue enjoying PressReader by downloading the official PressReader app from Google Play or visiting www.pressreader.com.
We’ve put together answers to some common questions to help you prepare for this change.
1. Why is the pre-installed Android app being retired?
We’re making changes to how PressReader is available across platforms so we can focus on delivering the best possible reading experience.
2. When will the pre-installed Android app stop working?
The pre-installed version of the PressReader Android app will stop working on November 30, 2026. After this date, you won’t be able to access your subscription through this version of the app. You can continue reading using the official PressReader Android app from Google Play or online at www.pressreader.com.
3. Can I still use PressReader on my Android device?
Yes! You have two options:
- Download the official PressReader Android app: Visit Google Play and install the latest version of the PressReader Android app
- Read on the Web: Visit www.pressreader.com using your device’s web browser
4. Do I need to create a new PressReader account?
No. You can sign in using your existing PressReader account credentials.
5. What happens to my subscriptions and purchased publications?
If you currently have a subscription through Google Play associated with this app, you’ll need to cancel your existing subscription [Google Play Help Article] and subscribe again through the official PressReader Android app or www.pressreader.com to continue reading after the pre-installed Android app is retired.
6. What happens to my downloaded newspapers and magazines?
Publications downloaded through the pre-installed Android app won’t automatically transfer to the new app. You may need to download them again, subject to availability and your access rights.
7. Will my bookmarks, saved publications, and reading history transfer?
Yes, bookmarks that are linked to your PressReader account, will be accessible as before. If you don’t have a PressReader account, created one now in your Android app to sync your preferences. Once you have installed the Android app and signed into your PressReader account, your preferences will sync.
8. I have an old Android device. What if the official PressReader Android app doesn’t work on it?
If the official PressReader Android app doesn’t work on your Android device, you can continue reading through www.pressreader.com in a compatible web browser.
9. What if I access PressReader through a library, hotel or another organization?
You can access PressReader using the official PressReader Android app or via www.pressreader.com the same way you have been using the Pre-installed Android app.
10. Where can I get help?
If you have questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us at care@pressreader.com.
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